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Cyclists in Kentucky have a new challenge – the Kentucky Century Challenge.

The event brings together four of the most popular cycling rides in Kentucky: The Redbud Ride in London, the Horsey Hundred in Georgetown, the Preservation Pedal in Frankfort and the Old Kentucky Home Tour in Louisville.

A Hodgenville woman is among five ECTC Students selected for “Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges.”

Stacie Lyons is a 1990 graduate of East Hardin High School. She is working toward her Associate in Science Degree from ECTC, with plans to earn a bachelor’s degree in engineering from the University of Louisville.

LaRue County Judge/executive Tommy Turner was installed in November as president of the Kentucky Association of Counties.

Outgoing President John Wilson, Garrard County Judge/executive, passed the gavel to Turner during a banquet in Louisville.

Formed in 1974, the Kentucky Association of Counties is a non-profit, non-partisan association representing the needs of county government in legislative matters, and offering a variety of services to promote the progress of county government. KACo serves all 120 counties of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

A comprehensive measure the Kentucky General Assembly enacted last year to curb prescription drug abuse is in need of changes, says one of the lawmakers who helped shape it.

In an interview with The Kentucky Standard last week, Sen. Jimmy Higdon, R-Lebanon, who helped lead efforts to revise House Bill 1 and get it passed in the Senate, said it has been effective, but has had unexpected results.

Influenza (the flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness and at times can lead to death. Some people, such as older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions, are at high risk for serious flu complications. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated.